Don't fertilize your lawn

Michael Probst, Associated Press

Most lawn fertilizers contain phosphorus. Runoff containing phosphorus can end up in local waterways and can stimulate large algae blooms which reduces oxygen levels. Alternatives: Leaving grass clippings on the lawn will provide nutrients. Or use your own compost as fertlizer or buy compost from stores. Chespeake Bay Foundation has more lawn-care tips, such as using vinegar to treat weeds, here. Sources: Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Program

Most lawn fertilizers contain phosphorus. Runoff containing phosphorus can end up in local waterways and can stimulate large algae blooms which reduces oxygen levels. Alternatives: Leaving grass clippings on the lawn will provide nutrients. Or use your own compost as fertlizer or buy compost from stores. Chespeake Bay Foundation has more lawn-care tips, such as using vinegar to treat weeds, here. Sources: Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Program (Michael Probst, Associated Press)

Most lawn fertilizers contain phosphorus. Runoff containing phosphorus can end up in local waterways and can stimulate large algae blooms which reduces oxygen levels. Alternatives: Leaving grass clippings on the lawn will provide nutrients. Or use your own compost as fertlizer or buy compost from stores. Chespeake Bay Foundation has more lawn-care tips, such as using vinegar to treat weeds, here. Sources: Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Chesapeake Bay Program